Assassination of Malcolm X
Who was truly responsible for Malcolm X's assassination?
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39 mins
Explore the tragic and complex story of Malcolm X's assassination, where a fire broke out and three assassins shot him. Discover how his death was considered a political tragedy and how it led to numerous conspiracy theories and debates about his legacy and impact.
Ep 1:
The Ballroom and the Bullets
Step into the Audubon Ballroom on February 21, 1965, where a smoke bomb and a diversion set the stage for a meticulously planned execution that ended Malcolm X's life in front of his family.
Ep 2:
Justice on Trial: The Wrong Men?
As two Nation of Islam lieutenants stand trial, a shocking confession from the real gunman threatens to unravel the prosecution's case—yet the truth gets buried beneath a rush to convict.
Ep 3:
Building the Myth, Hiding the Truth
After his death, Malcolm X becomes a myth-making project—his autobiography reshaping his image—while FBI surveillance and infiltration hint at a conspiracy far deeper than the Nation of Islam.
Ep 4:
Malcolm's Unfinished Revolution
Decades after his murder, exonerations and unanswered questions force a reckoning with Malcolm X's global vision and the forces that may have conspired to silence it forever.
Discussions (19)
Amelia
Level 5 · 9 mo agoJustice left the chat ✌️
Joshua
Level 5 · 8 mo agoHayer admitted the others were innocent. Facts
Quentin
Level 3 · 9 mo agoWitnesses described a stocky man, but Johnson was tall. If the physical traits don't match, the identification is false. The podcast is correct that the 2021 exoneration proves the conviction was logically unsound.
